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  PRACTICAL 5 To find the value of “g” by free fall method VIVA VOCE 1. What is the purpose of the free fall method in finding the value of "g"?    - The purpose is to experimentally determine the acceleration due to gravity, denoted by "g." 2. How do you set up the experiment for the free fall method?    - Drop a small object from a known height and measure the time it takes to fall using a stopwatch. 3. What precautions should be taken during the experiment to ensure accurate results?    - Ensure the experiment is conducted in a vacuum or an environment with minimal air resistance, use a precise stopwatch, and repeat the experiment multiple times to reduce errors. 4. How do you measure the height from which the object is dropped?    - Measure the height using a meter stick, ruler, or another measuring device with precision. 5. What is the equation used to calculate the acceleration due to gravity (g) using the free fall method?    - \( g = \frac{{2h}}{{t^2}} \),